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NMBC is a 100% volunteer-run, non-profit trail advocacy group in Nanaimo, BC. We also host special events such as mountain bike races and camping/riding trips.

We build, ride & maintain sustainable, non-motorized mountain bike trails and host group rides, events and volunteer trail-build days. The Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club supports and advocates for access to the forest lands around Nanaimo and builds and maintains authorized singletrack trails in the Nanaimo area. Besides our trail advocacy work, we organize group rides at least five times

a week, rain or shine, all year long (night rides with lights in the winter). The Nanaimo Mountain Bike club is affiliated with the International Mountain Bicycling Association of Canada. Membership dues are $40 per year, which goes towards our trail maintenance and mountain bike advocacy efforts, as well as trail management liability insurance. Posting Guidelines:
1. No posts about unauthorized trail building activities.
2. No bicycle-related advertisements. You may post a single LINK to an ad on a classified site such as Pinkbike or Used Nanaimo.
3. No negative or slanderous posts about specific individuals or groups. Posts not adhering to these guidelines may be removed without warning!

06/04/2026

Noticed any changes at Westwood lately? 👀

Our Summer Trail Crew has been hard at work keeping our local lines running smooth this season. From refreshing berms and trimming back overgrown brush to tackling ongoing trail maintenance, there’s a lot happening behind the scenes to improve the riding experience.

A huge thank you to our Summer Trail Crew, supported through Canada Summer Jobs, for helping keep the trails in great shape for everyone who rides them.

The next time you rail a berm, enjoy a clear sightline, or find yourself saying “the trails are running great,” there’s a good chance these folks had something to do with it. 🙌

If you see the crew out on the trails, give them a wave, a smile, or a quick thank you—they’re putting in the work so the rest of us can enjoy the ride.

06/03/2026

Today we're celebrating all the ways people ride and connect through cycling in Nanaimo.

From neighbourhood bike paths and commuting to work, to family rides, gravel roads, mountain bike trails, and everything in between—every ride starts with two wheels and a sense of adventure.

Mountain biking is just one part of Nanaimo's cycling community. While we're known for our trails, we recognize that cycling connects us from the land to the city, from forests to bike lanes, from trailheads to coffee shops, and from recreation to everyday transportation.

At the Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club, we believe trails are more than places to ride. They're places where people connect with nature, build friendships, challenge themselves, and contribute to something bigger than themselves.

Whether you're rolling down the Parkway Trail, riding to work, exploring Westwood and Doumont, or introducing someone to their first ride, you're part of Nanaimo's cycling community.

Here's to the riders, volunteers, advocates, land managers, local businesses, and community partners who help keep Nanaimo moving.

Happy World Bicycle Day. See you out there. 💚

📸 Duncan Hague | FOR Bikes

06/03/2026

Join us at Port Theatre on June 28 for Ride to Resilience.

This is a powerful film celebrating the spirit, grit, and connection found through mountain biking and community. “The documentary follows Steve Vanderhoek, his mental health journey, mountain biking, and the quiet strength it takes to carry on.”

Hosted by the Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club and supported by Family of Riders, you won’t want to miss this evening that will bring Vancouver Island riders, trail builders, and outdoor enthusiasts together to celebrate the incredible island riding community.

Alongside Ride to Resilience, we’ll also be screening a film by Lazy Sundays, adding even more stoke, stories, and island riding culture to the night.

Tickets are available now! Link in bio!

05/28/2026

A massive THANK YOU to our incredible Murderhorn Maiden prize donors for empowering women’s mountain biking & athlete Development! 🌲✨

That’s a wrap on an unforgettable weekend, and we are still buzzing from the energy! ⚡️

We set out on the Nanaimo trails with a clear mission: to elevate women’s mountain biking, fuel rider progression, and build a community where every rider—whether dropping into their first clinic or lining up at the start gate—feels unstoppable.
Looking out at the dirt, the grit, and the pure joy on the trails, it’s safe to say the future of women's riding isn't just bright—it’s already here.

Progress doesn't happen in a vacuum. It takes a village. Beyond the incredible prize pool that kept the stoke levels high, we are deeply grateful to our phenomenal community, our dedicated partners, and our volunteer media team for donating their time to capture every milestone in real-time. 📸

To everyone who came out: you showed up, you pushed your limits, and you lifted each other up. Let’s keep this incredible momentum rolling through 2026 and beyond.

See you on the trails!

05/27/2026

📣 Fiver Race Update! 📣

The Westwood Fiver Race originally scheduled for May 28 has been moved to June 4.
Thanks for your understanding — we’re looking forward to seeing everyone on the new date!

If you can’t make June 4, no problem — your registration can be transferred to any future Fiver event. Just send us an email and we’ll get you on the list.

Please update your calendars, and we’ll share more details if needed!

05/20/2026

Huge love to Family of Riders for continuing to support the Murderhorn Maiden. ❤️‍🔥

Family of Riders has been a longtime supporter of the Maiden and a strong advocate for women’s mountain biking and community on Vancouver Island. They don’t just support the scene — they help build it.

Murderhorn Maiden Race Director Christine has been championing this event since its inception. A racer herself, she’s helped grow the Maiden into something far bigger than just a race:
⚡ First-time racers finding confidence
⚡ Riders pushing themselves in a supportive environment
⚡ Women building friendships and community through riding
⚡ A welcoming event that keeps people coming back every year

That energy and consistency over the years has helped shape the Murderhorn Maiden into one of the most unique events in the local riding scene.

Huge respect to Christine and the Family of Riders crew for continuing to support the Maiden with stoke, community, and prize support. 🙌

05/18/2026

We’re stoked to have Coal City Cycles supporting this year’s Murderhorn Maiden with an on-course feed station. 💜

Coal City has been part of Nanaimo’s riding community for years — supporting local riders, trails, and events that help grow mountain biking on the Mid-Island. Their crew knows the importance of keeping riders fuelled, supported, and smiling out on the mountain.

Be sure to give them some love when you roll through the station on race day.⚡

Murderhorn Maiden is an NMBC-sanctioned event with support from Mosaic.

05/17/2026

📸 CALL FOR PHOTOS — SHOW US YOUR NANAIMO

We’re building a community-powered visual library to support the next chapter of the Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club — including our upcoming website refresh, social media, and future club storytelling.

We’re looking for your best mountain biking photos from around Nanaimo. Big rides. Small moments. Dirt, rain, loam, jumps, climbs, dig days, race days, friends, and everything in between.

Send your photos to:
[email protected]

Selected submissions may be:
• Featured on the new NMBC website
• Shared across NMBC social media
• Included in future club promotions and storytelling
• Credited to the photographer wherever possible

🎁 SUBMIT, FOLLOW US, & WIN
Every submission will be entered into a draw for:
• Free NMBC Membership
• NMBC Swag Package

This is about showcasing the people, trails, and culture that make riding in Nanaimo special. Draw will take place end of July.

Help us tell the story of our community.

05/17/2026

05/16/2026

Fivers are back for 2026 ⚡️

Same midweek race. Same good people. Same fun trails.

The NMBC Fiver Series returns this season with the same grassroots race energy that’s made these nights a local favourite year after year. Expect fast laps, dusty corners, post-race hangs, and a whole lot of trail stoke.

Never raced before? Fivers are one of the best ways to give it a try without committing to a full race weekend. Low pressure, welcoming vibes, and a great way to challenge yourself and ride with the community.

Whether you’re chasing times, riding with friends, or just looking for an excuse to ride on a weekday — Fivers are for everyone.

A current NMBC membership is required to participate.
Not a member yet? Sign up and support the trails, advocacy, maintenance, and community that keep Nanaimo riding strong.

Sign up at nmbc.tidyhq.com

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